Kane’s 73-goal season

Harry Kane scored 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season.

Ballon d’Or spotlight

Kane is favourite to become England’s first Ballon d’Or winner in 25 years.

Yamal’s challenge

19-year-old Lamine Yamal faces hamstring injury setbacks.

Mbappe’s milestones

Mbappe leads La Liga, Champions League, and World Cup without trophies.

Kane’s confidence

Kane says winning Ballon d’Or would be a career milestone.

“I’d love to be able to achieve something like that. It would be a massive milestone in my career”

Kane’s family stress

Kane says his family faces stress from Ballon d’Or pursuit.

“I think my wife would prefer to know and my family... it’s very stressful for everyone”

Historical context

Only four English players have won Ballon d’Or before.

Kompany’s praise

Kompany says Kane’s team focus earned him respect.

“What made Harry happy the most in recent years is that he finally won his first team trophies here”

Yamal’s confidence

Yamal claims he and Mbappe are the world’s best players.

“For me, Mbappe and me, we’re the two best players in the world”

Mbappe’s World Cup record

Mbappe is all-time top World Cup scorer with 10 goals.